Revisiting the Foundations of Conservatism: The Writings of Russell Kirk

Revisiting the Foundations of Conservatism: The Writings of Russell Kirk
Political philosopher Russell A. Kirk at his typewriter in the 1950s. Unknown author [Public domain], via Wikimedia Commons
Gary L. Gregg
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At no time in American history have there been more voices overtly identifying as “conservative” in politics and the media. From newspapers and journals to websites, blogs, a cable news network, and talk radio, voices claiming the mantle of conservatism are everywhere.

Gary L. Gregg
Gary L. Gregg
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Gary L. Gregg is director of the McConnell Center at the University of Louisville and editor of “Securing Democracy—Why We have an Electoral College.”
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